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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Greg Evans

BBC Breakfast editor takes extended leave after consultant is hired to investigate bullying allegations

The BBC has hired a consultant to conduct an internal review into the bullying and misconduct allegations that have been made against BBC Breakfast editor Richard Frediani, who is taking an extended leave from the role.

The broadcaster has confirmed that they’ve hired a HR adviser from consultancy firm PwC to help with their investigation into the working culture on the popular BBC One morning show.

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